October 02, 2025

New Insights on BMI and Complications in Growing Rod Treatment

Researchers found overweight scoliosis patients face higher implant breakage risk with magnetically controlled growing rods.

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September 26, 2025

Old Medicine, New Hope for Speech?

Leucovorin, a folic acid–derived drug, is under study for speech benefits in children with autism.

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September 19, 2025

Seizurelike Spells Unmask Encephalitis

A 19-year-old woman presents with recurrent seizurelike episodes, mutism, and psychosis. Imaging is unrevealing, but cerebrospinal fluid analysis and pelvic imaging uncover the diagnosis.

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September 19, 2025

BRCA1/2 Variants Found in 4.8% of Breast Cancer Patients

Genetic testing reveals BRCA1/2 variants in breast cancer patients across age and ancestry.

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September 15, 2025

New Insights into Duodenal Neuroendocrine Tumor Profiles

Researchers identify expanded hormone and transcription factor profiles in duodenal neuroendocrine tumors.

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September 10, 2025

What Role Do Omega-3s Play in Dementia Prevention?

Observational evidence suggests omega-3s may help shield aging brains, though randomized trials remain mixed.

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September 08, 2025

FDA Expands Indications for Von Willebrand Disease

FDA expands Vonvendi to adult routine prophylaxis (types 1 and 2) and pediatric on-demand/perioperative use.

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September 04, 2025

Genetic and Environmental Factors Drive Spina Bifida Risk

Emerging evidence shows how maternal health, environmental exposures, and genetic variants interact to affect neural tube development.

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September 03, 2025

Policy Shift Adjusts NIH Peer Review Role

New NIH funding rules shift decision-making power from peer review panels to political appointees in determining future scientific grants.

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